How do you get a visa for Egypt?
Key facts
| Fact | What it is |
|---|---|
| Visa type | E-visa (tourist visas only)Checked 14 November 2026 against Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Washington DC (Consular Section) |
| Official application site | https://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg/Checked 14 November 2026 against Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Washington DC (Consular Section) |
| Recent rule change | All Egyptian airports have moved from Visa on Arrival stickers to an electronic QR code. (from 1 September 2026)Checked 14 November 2026 against Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Washington DC (Consular Section) |
| Who needs a visa | No visa for 0 passports; eVisa for 78; travel authorisation for 0; a visa in advance for every other passportChecked 14 November 2026 against Ministry of Interior, Arab Republic of Egypt (Egypt e-Visa Portal) |
Related pages
Sources
- https://egyptembassy.net/consular-services/visas-travel/visa-requirements/Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Washington DC (Consular Section), read 14 November 2026
- https://visa2egypt.gov.eg/eVisa/FAQMinistry of Interior, Arab Republic of Egypt (Egypt e-Visa Portal), read 14 November 2026
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